What are my tenant rights for mold removal in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the UAE Civil Code and Dubai's rental regulations, you have significant rights as a tenant. The landlord is legally obligated to provide a habitable property and conduct major maintenance that affects the property's usability or your health. A significant mold infestation, especially one causing health issues like you're seeing with your kids' coughing, absolutely qualifies.

Your first step is to formally notify your landlord in writing (email is best for a paper trail) about the issue, including the photos you've taken. Clearly state that this is a health hazard and requires professional remediation, not a cosmetic cover-up. Under the law, they must address this. If they refuse or only offer to paint over it, you can escalate by filing a complaint with the Dubai Land Department's Rental Dispute Center (RDC). They have the authority to order the landlord to perform the necessary corrective work.

Given the extent you've described and the health symptoms, I strongly recommend you get a professional indoor environmental inspection. A certified mold assessor can provide a detailed report on the species present (that "black mold" could be Stachybotrys, which is particularly problematic) and the full scope of the contamination. This report is powerful evidence if you need to go to the RDC. The humidity in older Deira buildings is a classic culprit, and the source of that moisture (like a leaking pipe or seepage) must also be identified and fixed to prevent recurrence.

For immediate professional testing and a legally sound report, you should call our team at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. Don't let the landlord cut corners on this; your family's health is at stake.